Director, Major Gifts - WNO

National Opera Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Opera Center is seeking a Director of Major Gifts to drive fundraising efforts and enhance contributions. This leadership role involves collaborative strategies with various stakeholders to achieve significant financial goals while fostering a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• Strong background in fundraising roles and strategies is essential.
• Experience in managing major gifts and building relationships with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and enhance team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising strategies to meet individual and institutional income targets.
• Manage campaigns and relationships to optimize financial results.
• Promote professional development within the advancement team.

Skills

Innovative fundraising strategies

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Job description

The Director of Major Gifts at Washington National Opera (WNO) reports to the Managing Director of Advancement and collaborates with WNO Leadership, senior development staff, Board of Trustees members, Government Affairs, and other departments.

The Director is responsible for a significant portion of WNO’s individual contributed income targets, as well as institution-wide and endowment giving efforts. The role demands innovative fundraising strategies and relationship-building, alongside maintaining and enhancing existing programs.

The incumbent manages their time, resources, and workload to optimize productivity and financial results, exercises discretion, evaluates complex relationships, and proactively advances multiple campaigns.

This position also contributes to fostering a collaborative team culture and prioritizes staff professional development.